Security Background Investigator

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

At Dominion Energy, our Security Background Investigators have the following responsibilities:

Conducts background investigations on new hires and non-Dominion Energy workers. Conducts interviews. Reviews and evaluates criminal history. Analyzes individual applications and reports, ensuring all information provided is accurate, complete, and truthful. Reviews and evaluates all data collected on an individual, including potentially disqualifying information, to determine suitability for hire and/or access. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements on collecting individual background information. Works with background security vendors.

Documents notes and findings, timely and accurately, into background database. Consults and advises Human Resources and company management on suitability for employment and/or access to company facilities. Reviews and interprets new regulations, restrictions, and guidelines, determining impact to the company. May assist with background investigator training, and with reviewing and revising policies and practices for background investigations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

3-5 years directly related knowledge and experience in background investigations, and/or related experience.

- Experience working with background security vendors is desirable.

- Knowledge of NERC Access Authorization Program.

- Knowledge of Fair Credit and Reporting Act, and employer responsibility.

- Experience with SharePoint, SAP, and SuccessFactors a plus.

- Knowledge and/or experience with security issues, specific to critical infrastructure protection at an energy company.

- Demonstrated skill in managing multiple tasks and responsibilities.

- Strong organizational skills.

- Strong computer skills.

- Ability to review and interpret regulations and guidelines effectively.

- Ability to apply knowledge of hiring guidelines to making hiring and access authorization decisions.

- Ability to work independently.

- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and maintain the security of confidential information.

- Exercises independent judgment and decision-making in planning, organizing and conducting work assignments.

- Effectively utilizes the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to problems encountered in work assignments.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Bachelor

Preferred Discipline(s): Business, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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